- Do not get the surgical wounds wet
- Make sure you understand the post-operative requirements for best results from your surgeon
- Do not take Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory medications, unless specially instructed eg. Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Celebrex (NSAIDs)
- DO NOT SMOKE OR USE NICOTINE BASED PRODUCTS
- Follow post-operative rehabilitation exercises eg. Table Drags for some shoulder operations
- Check to confirm your post-operative office visit date and time